Hackney in north-east London has enjoyed a renaissance in recent years. This multicultural area packs in a variety of things to do - there are some of London's best new restaurants, live acts at Hackney Empire and cool markets where you can pick up some fabulous vintage pieces. As it has benefited from the recent Olympics regeneration project, this is a great time to visit and you can get into central London with ease, using the fast trains to Liverpool Street Station. All-in-all, by picking accommodation in Hackney you get the best of both worlds; colourful local attractions and impressive links to London's famous sights.
Experience Hackney like a local
People who live in Hackney are passionately loyal about their neighbourhood, especially proud of the terrific food available in the area. It's worth planning your days around what world cuisines you fancy eating each night. Church Street in Stoke Newington, Broadway Market and Hackney Central are home to excellent gastropubs, whereas Kinsgland Road is the place to head to for Turkish and Asian restaurants. South of Mare Street you can take your pick from a number of excellent, but reasonably priced Vietnamese restaurants. If the weather is nice, the open air swimming at the London Fields Lido is a popular choice with people of all ages, or you can go to Hackney Marshes - there are 88 public football fields there! Despite Hackney's many charms, there are still some parts of the district it's best to avoid - stick to the busiest areas, don't drift down the back streets. To get into central London, the trains are direct and fast, but Hackney is also well served by a number of bus routes, which many residents prefer to use.
Renting holiday accommodation in Hackney
Covering a number of suburban areas, Hackney's accommodation is varied. Stamford is predominantly a Hassidic Jewish area and here you will generally find family homes and apartments. In Hackney you also have the choice of staying in Hackney Central or the middle of Stoke Newington, these being the most fashionable parts of the district, where there is a wide choice of self-catering accommodation close to the shops and pubs. Check which bus routes are close to the apartment for the most convenience on your London holiday. We have holiday homes and studio flats all across the Hackney area to choose from, take a look through our current selection for the right choice for you, whether travelling in a group, on your own, or as a couple.
